Summary of FANLESS 4K DIGITAL SIGNAGE PLAYER WITH 8TH GEN INTEL® CORE™ U-SERIES PROCESSORS
IBASE has introduced the fanless SI-642-N 4K digital signage player powered by 8th Gen Intel Core U-series processors. Designed for 24/7 industrial use, it supports dual 4K@60Hz displays, dual audio outputs, and remote management via iSMART and Observer. The compact system offers multiple M.2 expansion slots, TPM 2.0, vPro, watchdog timer, and up to 32GB DDR4 memory, targeting commercial and transportation digital signage with high reliability and energy-saving features.
Parts used in the SI-642-N:
- 8th Gen Intel Core U-series processor
- Intel HD Graphics 620
- 1x HDMI 2.0 port
- 1x Active DisplayPort 1.2 port
- 2x DDR4 2400 SO-DIMM slots (dual channel, up to 32GB)
- 1x M.2 B-Key (3042) slot for 4G LTE
- 1x M.2 M-Key (2280) slot for storage
- 1x M.2 E-Key (2230) slot for WiFi or capture card
- TPM 2.0
- vPro support
- Watchdog timer
- Fanless industrial-grade chassis
- iSMART intelligent energy-saving technology
- Observer remote monitoring technology
IBASE Technology Inc., a world leader in the manufacture of a wide range of digital solutions, has rolled out the SI-642-N 4K digital signage player that leverages the 8th Gen Intel® Core™ U-series processors.

The platform can be used in commercial establishments to increase brand awareness and customer engagement or deployed in transportation networks to provide real-time information and advertising relevant to the traveler.
The fanless SI-642-N offers high performance and high reliability for 24/7 operation in an industrial-grade design. It is integrated with the IBASE iSMART and Observer technologies for remote monitoring, power on/off scheduling, power recovery, and low-temperature boot functions. With the Intel HD Graphics 620, the system can simultaneously support two independent displays (1x HDMI 2.0 & 1x Active DisplayPort 1.2) with 4K (4096 x 2160) @60Hz resolution as well as two independent audio outputs.
SI-642-N FEATURES:
- iSMART intelligent energy-saving & Observer remote monitoring technologies
- 8th Gen Intel® Core™ U-series processor
- 1x HDMI 2.0 + 1x Active DisplayPort 1.2 with independent audio output
- 2x DDR4 2400 SO-DIMM, dual channel, Max. 32GB
- 1x M.2 B-Key (3042) for 4G LTE
- 1x M.2 M-key (2280) for storage
- 1x M.2 E-key (2230) for WiFi or capture card option
- TPM 2.0, vPro and watchdog timer
- Slim & compact fanless design
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- What processor does the SI-642-N use?
The SI-642-N uses 8th Gen Intel Core U-series processors. - Can the SI-642-N drive 4K displays?
Yes, it supports two independent displays at 4K (4096 x 2160) at 60Hz. - Which display outputs are available on the SI-642-N?
It provides 1x HDMI 2.0 and 1x Active DisplayPort 1.2 with independent audio outputs. - How much memory does the SI-642-N support?
It supports up to 32GB using 2x DDR4 2400 SO-DIMM in dual channel. - Does the SI-642-N have expansion slots for wireless or LTE?
Yes, it includes an M.2 E-key (2230) for WiFi and an M.2 B-key (3042) for 4G LTE. - Is the SI-642-N suitable for 24/7 operation?
Yes, it is designed for 24/7 operation with an industrial-grade, fanless design. - What remote management features are included?
It integrates iSMART and Observer technologies for remote monitoring, power scheduling, power recovery, and low-temperature boot functions. - Does the SI-642-N include security features like TPM?
Yes, it includes TPM 2.0 and supports vPro. - Is there support for onboard storage expansion?
Yes, there is an M.2 M-key (2280) slot for storage.
